Multimedia

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MULTIMEDIA IN LEARNING AND TEACHING



With the constant advancements being made in technology which has a direct impact on society, it is without doubt that these technological advancements will have an impact on the nature of learning and teaching. This mini-course on multimedia will place emphasis on:
  • Its definition, the types of multimedia found and how these can be utilised within the educational context.
  • The strategic placement of multimedia within the educational fraternity as it provides the most relevant and updated tools needed to engage the learner of the 21st century.
  • How the utilisation of multimedia can prove beneficial to teaching and learning.














The objectives of this mini-course are:
  • Understanding what multimedia is.
  • Identification of different types of multimedia.
  • The usage and integration of the different types of multimedia.
  • Knowing what to “DO” and “NOT TO DO” when using multimedia.

How is this course structured with duration guide?
MODULES
 TOPICS
 TIME FRAMES
Module 1
 Definition of multimedia
Popular print media
Instructional techniques for appropriate multimedia use
Week One - 2hrs
Module 2
 Print media
  • Non digital print media
 Week Two - 3hrs
Module 3
 Electronic media
  • Formats used inpopular electronic media
  • Using radio as a learning resource
  • Making the best use of radio
  • Making the best use of television
 Week Three - 3hrs
Module 4
 Using computer technologies
  • Multimedia applications for the classroom
  • General definition
  • Types of computer technology multimedia
 Week Four - 3hrs
Module 5
 Do’s and Don’ts of multimedia use
  • Concerns using multimedia
  • Guidelines for proper multimedia usage
  • Do's and don'ts of good presentations
 Week Five - 2hrs


How the Self-Assessment works (CLICK SELF ASSESSMENTS FOR ALL ASSESSMENTS).
The self-assessment will help you to master specific competencies. The assessments will comprise of multiple choice questions, short questions and application type questions. Your engagement with these assessments throughout the course will result in achieving badges to qualify for other advanced courses. Your final assessment will test all content and applications engaged with during this mini course.